Easter

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  Where Was Jesus Buried and Why is His Tomb so Crucial to Christianity? Jesus' tomb shows us that he resurrected. Because Jesus no longer lies in the tomb, we have a hope that is foundational to our beliefs. Because Jesus left the tomb, we can have a chance to experience eternal... Hope Bolinger Feb 15, 2024
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  What Is the Difference between Easter and Ishtar? Ishtar, otherwise known as Asherah in the Bible, plays a huge role in pagan pantheons and also ends up swaying Israel to follow after pagan practices during the time of the kings. What does this pagan... Hope Bolinger Feb 15, 2024
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  Why Was Jesus Crucified? God, who is good, had a plan to save an otherwise lost people through Jesus, and Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection are all a part of that plan on many different levels. Another aspect to consider is that... Jessica Brodie Feb 15, 2024
• How The Symbolism of the Passover Seder Meal Can Enrich Your Easter Celebration Passover is a week-long, spring festival that happens in the Hebrew month of Nissan, which is March or April on our calendar. The highlight of Passover is the Seder, a celebratory feast observed during the... Annette Griffin Feb 15, 2024
• When Is Passover Week in 2024 and What are the Biblical Traditions? The eight-day holiday of Passover is observed in the early spring, which honors the liberation of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt. Discover the dates of Passover for 2022 and the history and origins... Compiled & Edited by Crosswalk Editorial Staff Feb 15, 2024
• What is the Meaning Behind Jesus Riding a Donkey? Growing up, you may have visited a farm and heard a donkey braying. Did it ever strike you as odd that the Bible says Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey? Why did he pick this particular animal? Melissa Henderson Feb 15, 2024
• Holy Week Reflections to Rekindle Our Passion for Christ Holy Week is a seven-day commemoration of our Savior’s life, death, and resurrection. When we purposefully remember those days leading to the empty tomb, we relive the journey that led to our freedom.... Annette Griffin Feb 15, 2024
• 25 Easter Blessings and Quotes to Celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, let's take a moment and really reflect on what His resurrection means for us. We will not be condemned to hell for our sins but taken to live with Him in heaven. Carrie Lowrance Feb 15, 2024
• What Is Pentecost and What Should Christians Know about This Event? What is Pentecost? As discussed below, it’s the birthday of the church, when the Holy Spirit indwelled believers, and after they spoke in Jerusalem, they converted the first few thousand to the church. Compiled and Edited by Feb 15, 2024
• 15 Amazing Religious Easter Quotes to Celebrate Christ's Resurrection One of the ways I like to prepare my heart for this season is by reading books on the resurrection, as well as religious Easter quotes; that way, I can reflect on Jesus’ sacrifice and remember the hope I... Tessa Emily Hall Feb 15, 2024
• The Beautiful Meaning of a Palm Cross (and How to Make One!) If you’re reading this article, it’s probably because you wondered why palms are handed out on Sundays or you have a few questions about the significance of the palm fronds. Let’s answer some of these... Heather Riggleman Feb 15, 2024
• 7 Ways to Live Out Resurrection Day Every Day Resurrection Day happens just once a year. But it’s something we would all do well in observing every day in our hearts. Christ died for us. Now, how will we live for him today? Laura MacCorkle Feb 15, 2024